BEST STRENGTH & CONDITIONING GYM (NON-CROSSFIT)
CG Arena Also the winner of the best overall gym, this spacious indoor facility includes TRX, monkey bars, and boxing bags among the more traditional best-in-class gym equipment. CG Arena offers many group fitness classes and personal training, so don’t feel intimidated if you are new to strength and conditioning! Onnit Athletic Outcomes
BEST YOGA STUDIO
Black Swan Yoga This donation-based yoga studio has won first place for Best Yoga Studio four years in a row. Black Swan Yoga is committed to being an accessible, community-based studio and is known for their heated, power, flow and Ashtanga classes. With three locations in Austin, this fan-favorite yoga community is a perfect fit for anyone looking for a yoga home. Wanderlust Yoga Yoga Yoga
BEST CYCLING STUDIO
RIDE RIDE offers next-level indoor cycling classes with great music, fun rhythmic moves, and a popular teaching staff. Get a killer workout here AND have a great time doing it! Love Cycling Studio SoulCycle
BEST BOXING/MMA GYM
Lions Krav Maga Repeat winner, Lions Krav Maga prides itself on its comprehensive kids and teens programs, along with a wide offering of adult classes fit for any schedule. Lions is the perfect spot for self-defense classes or a killer 30-minute workout Fight Club Austin Knockout
BEST LOCAL INSTAGRAM FITNESS CELEBRITY
Jessica Clark This Austin personal trainer, health coach, and indoor cycling instructor at RIDE still finds time to foster a strong social media presence. Follow her on Instagram @jessclarkie to see her awesome workouts and motivational posts. Izzy El-Ubaydy Jena Mays
HARDEST WORKOUT IN AUSTIN
Camp Gladiator CG wins this category for the second year in a row, proving that these dynamic group workouts are here to stay. There are now over 100 camps in Austin, so try it out if you haven’t yet– and get sweaty with your neighbors! Tara Fredell RIDE class Stronghorn Fitness
BEST SHORT DISTANCE ROAD RACE (10K OR SHORTER)
Statesman Cap10K This past April, this race celebrated its 40th anniversary in Austin with more than 21,000 participants—it’s now the largest 10K in Texas and the seventh largest in the nation. TCloud Subs Turkey Trot Run for the Water 5K
BEST LONG DISTANCE ROAD RACE (LONGER THAN A 10K)
Austin Marathon Each February, thousands of runners fill the Austin streets to participate in this event. Runners go through open roads and pass iconic Austin neighborhoods and landmarks before arriving at the finish line in front of the capitol building. 3M Half-Marathon Run for the Water 10-Miler
BEST TRIATHLON
CapTexTri A memorial day event, athletes start with a swim in Lady Bird Lake, then they run and bike through downtown Austin. There are super sprint, sprint, and international course options so all levels can join! Rookie Tri Jack’s Generic Tri
BEST TRAIL RUNNING RACE
Spectrum Trail Racing This Austin-based company hosts races all over Texas of various lengths and terrains. They emphasize stunning courses, a supportive community, and a killer after party. Texas Switchback hosted by Trail Roots Rogue Trail Series
BEST CYCLING EVENT
The Driveway Series With races every Thursday from March through September, this is one of the largest weekly criterium cycling series in the nation. Cyclists race on three alternating courses around an asphalt racetrack designed for motorsports. The dynamic turns and fast pace make for an exciting and even dangerous race that spectators can enjoy, along with unlimited local brews for only $5 (free for racers!). LIVESTRONG Ride BP MS 150 D E C E M B E R 2 0 1 7 / AU S T I N F I T M AG A Z I N E
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